Healthy Grape Salad
Healthy grape salad made with juicy red and green grapes, Greek yogurt, and cream cheese, topped with a crunchy pecan-sugar sprinkle. Creamy, refreshing, and perfect for holidays or potlucks.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 lb red grapes washed and stemmed (about 2.5 cups)
- 1 lb green grapes washed and stemmed (about 2.5 cups)
- 4 oz cream cheese softened (can use non-fat, if desired)
- 1 cup full fat Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 ½ Tablespoons granulated sugar monkfruit granulated sweetener or honey (I used the monkfruit)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 3 Tablespoon brown sugar or coconut sugar I used coconut sugar
- Pinch of cinnamon optional
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat or stir the cream cheese, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), granulated sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gently fold the grapes into the dressing until they are well coated.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours. Chilling allows the flavors to meld.
- Combine pecans, brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle pecan mixture on top, just before serving.
Notes
- Grapes: A mix of red and green grapes looks pretty and adds variety, but using just one type works fine too.
- Sweetener: Adjust to taste depending on how sweet your grapes are. Monkfruit keeps it light, while sugar or honey give a more traditional flavor.
- Freezing: Grape salad doesn’t freeze well because the grapes lose their texture and the dressing separates. This one is best enjoyed fresh or within a few days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/8 recipe | Calories: 178kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 57mg | Potassium: 293mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g